TIP 1369 – Is The Handshake Gone Forever?

How ironic that today we are to be celebrating one of the most common greetings between two people.

The handshake was a gesture of peace, demonstrated by the fact that the hands held no weapons.

Today, a handshake is offered upon meeting or parting. It is an expression of goodwill, gratitude and congratulations. Sometimes it is used in making a bet and confirming the bet with a handshake. There are also secret handshakes, those elaborate greetings signalling membership in a group or society.

Research shows people with firmer handshakes are viewed as more positive and outgoing and less socially anxious.

Do you dislike the thought of shaking another person’s hand or feel that we should do away with this handshake all together especially in light of current health issues? Many people do.

 

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Here are today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating World Handshake Day:

When and if we ever get back to feeling comfortable using the handshake again, remember that it should be positive, friendly, warm, and welcoming. A handshake is a way of creating and sustaining relationships. Avoid using the crushing alpha handshake or the flaccid dead fish handshake.

During these current times you can replace the handshake with these acceptable greetings in addition to the popular foot tap or the elbow touch.

The Namaste which is a traditional Hindu greeting, is done by bowing slightly, palms pressed together toward your chest, with your fingertips pointing up.

Just like the foot tap, don't say "hello" with your hands – when you can say it with your brows. Greet your colleague with a raise brows and smile

Another popular way to greet someone is by bringing your hand to your heart.

Finally, you can replace the handshake with the sign language wave. Bring one hand to the top of your forehead, then flick your wrist away from your head like a small wave or with the Shaka sign which you may also know as the wave of the surfer dude.

 

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